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Zwalter said seriously.

"Who would want to send their daughter to Ferdium? If you don't want to end up like me, you must not miss this opportunity. You must get married quickly while you are young and successful."

"...under."

It was heartbreaking to hear it, but objectively speaking, it was true.

My husband is away on a mission to the north for half a year. At first glance, it seems like it's really great not to have a husband at home, but the problem is that it's not just my husband who's gone.

No one would welcome the prospect of being left alone, without a husband, in a remote rural area with no money and no danger.

That's why the Count Ferdium family always made arrangements with the lords of nearby fiefdoms.

The previous engagement between Giselle and Amelia was like that too.

It would be better if at least an engagement took place. Zwalter couldn't find a proper wife in his youth.

"Look at me. If I hadn't met your mother by chance, I wouldn't have gotten married. Your mother was also a fallen noble, so you don't have any maternal relatives now, do you?"

Belinda awkwardly looked away at Zwalter's words and scratched her neck. Giselle's mother had also gotten married without a dowry, taking only Belinda as her maid.

Still, Ferdium thanked her for marrying him and brought her in while bowing.

People were silent for a moment at the listing of facts that bordered on self-deprecation. Difficult marriage was not necessarily a problem only for the Yeongju family.

Homer opened his mouth cautiously.

"Now that the Archduke's prestige has risen significantly, how about resuming his marriage with Count Leipold's daughter?"

"Amelia? Is that so?"

Zwalter made a sour expression.

Amelia Leipold was the daughter of a great lord representing the North, and was a person of great talent with a reputation for being noble, elegant, wise, and kind.

I could not ask for more if I were the son-in-law of the Marquis of Branford, but honestly, that would be too unscrupulous a wish.

'Yes, you have to be kind and gentle to survive in this harsh North. But since we're engaged, it'll be easier this time. Is it harder the second time than the first time?'

Leipold is a great lord in the North.

Although their relationship has become somewhat strained due to unfortunate events, their territory is close and they have been allies in name only since their ancestors.

Count Leipold had many children, and had previously permitted the marriage of Giselle and Amelia as a gesture of generosity.

Now that Jiselle's reputation has improved greatly, there is a high chance that they will accept her again.

The deceased also expressed their support one by one.

"If you are the daughter of Count Leipold, you are not lacking at all. Rather, you are more than enough."

"I heard that Count Leipold is looking for a wife again."

"In that case, it would be better to do it with us, our long-time allies. Isn't it a matter of reestablishing relations?"

As the atmosphere flowed in a positive direction, Jiselle's expression began to distort in proportion.

Finally, unable to bear it any longer, Jiselle shouted.

"Don't ever contact her again. I will never marry that woman, even if I die."

"No, why not? Honestly, there's no one in this North as nice as Miss Amelia."

Homer asked back with a look of incomprehension.

The background is good, she's beautiful, she's known for her kind heart, and her personality is quiet and calm, so she seems like a good housewife. No matter how I look at it, there's never been a woman like this.

"Is it because of the past? That's the case, since the Marquis of Branford is behind you, everything will be okay. In fact, you'll probably like it even more now. That's what politics is all about."

"Oh, don't do that. I will never do that, so just know that. If I really do it, I will ruin everything. We will all just die together."

Jiselle raised her voice and glared at him more than usual.

Are you going to let these people who are gnashing their teeth to kill each other get married?

It was obvious that from the first day of their marriage, they would be thinking about how to assassinate each other.

Everyone was disappointed by Giselle's fierce rejection and just smacked their lips.

'Why on earth are you so disgusted? You definitely didn't like it before. Did you get rejected when you received the subsidy last time?'

Zwalter clicked his tongue inwardly.

When there are differences within the family, pride can be hurt.

But even if you don't get along well when you're young, as you live, you'll eventually find your way back to each other.

If you look around, everyone lives like that.

But since I hate it so much that I can't help but turn a blind eye to it, I decided not to push forward with it right now.

"Okay… … . Then let's talk again later."

"No, I'm not thinking about it right now, so don't bring up the subject of marriage. I'm going. Hey! Quickly sort out the supplies! I'm going back to the territory!"

Jiselle got up, grumbling.

Zwalter glanced at the back of Giselle's head with regretful eyes. No matter how much he thought about it, there was no daughter-in-law as good as Amelia.

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"I'm finally back! Home is the best."

Belinda was delighted as she passed the outer walls of Fenris.

The capital city mansion was splendid and nice, but I couldn't rest comfortably because I was worried that Giselle would cause another accident.

It is an age-old truth that there is no place more comfortable than home.

The other party members didn't show it openly, but their expressions showed relief.

At least here, I didn't have to feel like I was walking on thin ice or worry about the opinions of the high-ranking nobles.

When they heard the news that the lord had returned, the people of Yeongji flocked to them.

"The lord has come!"

"Wow! But what are all those things?"

People were surprised to see the wagons following behind Giselle.

Weapons, various supplies and beautiful horses.

After that, wagons filled with all kinds of necessities lined up.

It was similar to the procession of merchants entering the territory, but it was definitely the first time that so many items had come in at once.

"Look at those wagons. Aren't they huge?"

"They said they were selling cosmetics or something, and it looks like they hit the jackpot!"

The people of Yeongji looked at the wagons with sparkling eyes. Their eyes were filled with anticipation that Jiselle would once again unpack the items she had brought into the Yeongji.

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If you bring something, you unconditionally pour it into the territory. The food problem has been solved and the convenience facilities are increasing.

Anyone could work and receive fair pay, as long as they weren't playing around on purpose.

Although we could not say that we were rich yet, compared to the past when we were always starving, we were still very grateful.

"I'm glad you came back safely."

"Yeah, I told you I was worried too."

"I was so anxious while the lord was away."

In their minds, the tyranny of the former lords and nobles still remains as a fearful memory.

Everyone was awake at night waiting for news from the lord, worried that if something bad happened to Giselle, those guys might come back.

The people of Yeongji were purely happy that their lord had returned safely.

"I'm glad you came back safely!"

"Your Majesty! Please look this way too!"

"Don't go anywhere now!"

The people of the territory did not crouch down on the ground and tremble when the lord passed by, as they did in other territories.

This was because Jiselle had been showing off her outgoing side and had been generous in supporting the people of Yeongji.

Claude, the land's practitioner and general, did not let this opportunity pass him by.

He immediately got down from his horse, climbed onto the moving cart, and shouted loudly.

"Listen up! The Lord's recent visit has been a great success! He has gained great benefits and has made friends with many of the high-ranking nobles of the kingdom! In particular, the Marquis of Branford, the Minister of the Household, has been appointed as the Lord's guardian… … ."

The people of Yeongji just blinked their eyes blankly.

How could people who live in the countryside and farm know who the Marquis of Branford was?

But everyone listened to what followed.

"… … With the profits, we will purchase a large quantity of goods needed for the territory… … This is a policy to stabilize the suddenly skyrocketing prices, so the territory residents can purchase them at a lower price than the existing market price… … Let's all be grateful for the mercy of the lord who hopes for the stability of the territory residents' lives!"

"Wow!"

"The Lord is the best!"

"After all, the only one who takes care of us is the lord!"

A cheer so loud that the ground shook erupted.

Some of the people who were deeply moved collapsed with tears streaming down their faces.

The food problem was somewhat solved by the mass harvesting of wheat, but people cannot live on bread alone.

You need to wear clothes and eat delicious food sometimes.

However, since the surrounding territories were not much different from the Fenris territory, it was difficult to procure daily necessities.

Even the cooking utensils and pots needed to cook were shared among neighbors.

There were merchants constantly coming to sell goods near Yeongju Castle, but the quantity was far less than what was needed.

The phenomenon became more severe in villages far from the capital.

However, it is said that the lord has been purchasing a large quantity of things needed for them.

In reality, the items loaded onto the carts seen before our eyes were not luxury items for the lord, but various necessities.

It was an amazing gift to those who lived each day gratefully just for not starving.

Claude shouted again with a triumphant expression as cheers poured in from all sides.

"You don't have to worry about anything in the future! If anything happens, the Lord and I will take care of it! You must never forget that doing your best in your respective positions is the only way to repay the Lord's kindness! Hahahaha!"

The people of Yeongji also clapped their hands and cheered in response to Claude's words.

"Wow! Long live the General!"

"I will try my best!"

"The General is putting the spoon in!"

"What kind of kid are you? Come out!"

"You misheard! Hahahaha!"

Jiselle smiled and shook her head as she looked at the laughing and chatting Yeongjimin.

I was planning on making an official announcement anyway, but I never thought I'd get a surprise announcement like this.

As expected, this guy has an amazing talent for playing with his beak.

"Well, it's not that bad."

When I first came here, everyone was slowly dying with no hope.

It was rewarding and fulfilling to see the brightened expressions on the faces of the people who had been there.

'We need to get the roads repaired quickly too.'

Most of the upper north do not come all the way to Fenris Estates, but instead pour their supplies from Leipold.

It was partly because Leipold was a large and wealthy estate, but there was also a reason why the road to get there was so rough.

Road maintenance was essential to make it easier for merchants to move in and out and to transport cosmetics to the capital and other locations.

Jisel slowly headed towards the castle while receiving endless cheers from the people of Yeongji.

It was true that, like everyone else, he felt somewhat relieved when he returned to the territory.

It seems like there were no major incidents, so let's quickly move on to the next plan…

Kwaaaaang!

Before the thought could be completed, a great roar was heard from the distant direction of Yeongju Castle, and a stream of flame shot high into the sky.

In an instant, a hole appeared in the cloud where the red light had passed.

"… … ?"

Jiselle looked at the castle in confusion.

Why did that explosion suddenly happen? Did someone attack me?

Jiselle, who had been pondering, opened her eyes wide as she remembered what kind of facility was in that location.